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Vinton County, Ohio
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About Vinton, OH

Population
Approximately 13,000 residents
County Seat
McArthur, Ohio
Coverage Area
524 square miles in southeastern Ohio

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Southeast District Boys Basketball Tournament Schedule and Scores Impact Vinton County Teams
Education

Southeast District Boys Basketball Tournament Schedule and Scores Impact Vinton County Teams

Vinton County's season ended with a 46-39 quarterfinal loss to Gallia Academy, while area teams Oak Hill, Coal Grove and South Gallia posted notable district results ahead of semis at Ohio University and Southeastern High.

Lisa Park3m read
Vinton County Dog Shelter details stray intake, adoption rules and contacts
Government

Vinton County Dog Shelter details stray intake, adoption rules and contacts

Call Dog Warden Michael Klein at 740-596-9285 to schedule viewing or a home pickup; the county shelter at 31479 State Route 93 in McArthur accepts dogs only.

Marcus Williams6m read
How to Access Vinton County Court Records, File Documents, Make Payments
Government

How to Access Vinton County Court Records, File Documents, Make Payments

Use Vinton County’s online Record Search and Online Payments to find cases and pay fees, but verify sensitive Probate/Juvenile filings and request certified records at the courthouse, 100 E. Main St., McArthur.

James Thompson5m read
Heavy Rain Prompts March 3 to 6 Flood Warnings in Vinton County
Community

Heavy Rain Prompts March 3 to 6 Flood Warnings in Vinton County

The National Weather Service warned flooding was occurring in Athens, Gallia, Jackson, Meigs, Vinton and Washington counties as roads near McArthur and Hamden were closed.

Lisa Park2m read
Vinton County Sheriff's Log: Crashes, Domestic Disputes, Arrest on Nationwide Warrant
Government

Vinton County Sheriff's Log: Crashes, Domestic Disputes, Arrest on Nationwide Warrant

A nationwide felony-warrant arrest capped March 2-4 activity as deputies logged crashes on U.S. Route 50, two stolen-vehicle recoveries and a Lee Township UD-10 crash report.

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Fourth District Court of Appeals to Hear Regional Cases in McArthur March 5
Government

Fourth District Court of Appeals to Hear Regional Cases in McArthur March 5

Appeals from Jackson, Ross and Scioto counties will be argued at 10 a.m. Thursday in the Vinton County Common Pleas courtroom at the Vinton County Courthouse in McArthur.

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Vinton eMessenger Releases Feb. 26, 2026 e-edition With Local Notices
Community

Vinton eMessenger Releases Feb. 26, 2026 e-edition With Local Notices

The Vinton Messenger published its Vinton eMessenger for the week of Feb. 26, 2026, featuring headlines on a state wrestling title and a William Byrd Navy NDCC inspection and aggregating local notices.

Lisa Park2m read
Vinton County Board Moves March 16 Meeting to South Elementary, 6 p.m.
Education

Vinton County Board Moves March 16 Meeting to South Elementary, 6 p.m.

The Vinton County Local Board of Education published a notice moving its March meeting to South Elementary, 38234 State Route 93, Hamden, for 6 p.m. on Monday, March 16, 2026.

Lisa Park2m read
ODOT District 10: No Active Projects in Vinton County Feb. 25, 2026
Government

ODOT District 10: No Active Projects in Vinton County Feb. 25, 2026

ODOT District 10’s Vinton County page, last updated Feb. 25, 2026, states verbatim, "There are currently no active projects in Vinton County. Please check back often for up"

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ODNR Hosts Dark-Sky Full Moon Walk at Lake Hope Nature Center
Community

ODNR Hosts Dark-Sky Full Moon Walk at Lake Hope Nature Center

ODNR led a Dark-Sky Series Full Moon Walk at Lake Hope Nature Center on March 3, 2026, inviting the public to explore Lake Hope’s “some of the last remaining dark skies in Ohio.”

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Vinton County Sharp Spurs Host Annual Award Banquet at Fairgrounds Feb. 28
Community

Vinton County Sharp Spurs Host Annual Award Banquet at Fairgrounds Feb. 28

The Vinton County Sharp Spurs held their annual Award Banquet at the Vinton County Fairgrounds on Feb. 28, with doors opening at 4:30 p.m. and dinner served at 6 p.m.

Marcus Williams2m read
Lake Hope State Park Nature Center located in Zaleski spans 2,983 acres
Community

Lake Hope State Park Nature Center located in Zaleski spans 2,983 acres

Lake Hope State Park in Zaleski covers 2,983 acres and includes a 120-acre lake, a nature center near the campground, and a 600-foot swimming beach by the dam.

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Vinton County Details Use of Southeastern Ohio Regional Jail, Local Services
Government

Vinton County Details Use of Southeastern Ohio Regional Jail, Local Services

Vinton County sends adult detainees to the Southeastern Ohio Regional Jail in Nelsonville; local health programs provide car seats, cribs and naloxone that affect families and public safety.

Marcus Williams3m read
Federal $5 Million Secured for Restoration of Fire-Damaged Hotel McArthur
Business

Federal $5 Million Secured for Restoration of Fire-Damaged Hotel McArthur

Vinton County secured roughly $5 million in federal funds, credited to Sen. Jon Husted, to restore the fire-damaged Hotel McArthur and add a visitors center inside the building.

Sarah Chen3m read
Congressman Dave Taylor Secures Nearly $17 Million for 13 Southern Ohio Projects
Government

Congressman Dave Taylor Secures Nearly $17 Million for 13 Southern Ohio Projects

Congressman Dave Taylor won federal money for southern Ohio projects; House action delivered $10,050,366 now headed to the Senate while his office says the full package totals nearly $17 million.

Marcus Williams3m read
Vinton County Convention and Visitors Bureau Purchases 1839 Hotel McArthur for Renovation
Business

Vinton County Convention and Visitors Bureau Purchases 1839 Hotel McArthur for Renovation

Vinton County Convention and Visitors Bureau bought the 1839 Hotel McArthur to restore it as a visitor center, hotel and event space, aiming to boost tourism and preserve a county landmark.

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Vinton County Health Department Outlines Clinic Hours, Services and Programs
Healthcare

Vinton County Health Department Outlines Clinic Hours, Services and Programs

Vinton County Health Department in McArthur posted regular clinic hours and a list of core services, helping residents access immunizations, WIC, vital records and environmental health inspections.

Lisa Park2m read
Vinton County Park District Manages Moonville Rail Trail, Tunnel; Holds Monthly Meetings
Government

Vinton County Park District Manages Moonville Rail Trail, Tunnel; Holds Monthly Meetings

Vinton County Park District oversees the Moonville Rail Trail and Moonville Tunnel, sets hours and permit rules, and holds monthly board meetings that shape trail access and future plans.

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OSU Extension Praises Vinton County 4-H Growth, Expanded Youth Programming
Education

OSU Extension Praises Vinton County 4-H Growth, Expanded Youth Programming

OSU Extension and Ohio 4-H singled out Vinton County for strong 4-H participation and program growth, expanding school-based programming, camps and leadership opportunities.

Marcus Williams2m read
Holzer Health Hosts Annual Hug Your Heart Outreach for American Heart Month
Healthcare

Holzer Health Hosts Annual Hug Your Heart Outreach for American Heart Month

Holzer Health System held its annual "Hug Your Heart" outreach in Vinton County on Feb. 24, 2026, mobilizing outreach staff, medical professionals and volunteers for American Heart Month.

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Vinton County Wins $2M ODOT TAP Grant for Final Moonville Trail Bridges
Government

Vinton County Wins $2M ODOT TAP Grant for Final Moonville Trail Bridges

Vinton County wins a $2 million ODOT TAP grant to install the final two bridges over Raccoon Creek on the Moonville Rail Trail.

Marcus Williams3m read
Hamden Firefighters’ 8th Annual Chicken Noodle Dinner Features Girl Scouts, Drive-Thru, Dine-In
Community

Hamden Firefighters’ 8th Annual Chicken Noodle Dinner Features Girl Scouts, Drive-Thru, Dine-In

Hamden Volunteer Firefighters Association hosted its 8th Annual Chicken Noodle Dinner on Feb. 24, 2026, offering drive-thru and dine-in service with Girl Scout troops 8764, 8885 and 9406 serving as vendors.

Marcus Williams1m read
Vinton County official website centralizes contacts, locations, hours and services
Government

Vinton County official website centralizes contacts, locations, hours and services

Vinton County's official web pages centralize elected-official contacts, department locations, office hours and basic services for tax and property matters affecting residents and businesses.

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Vinton County CHC Program Promotes Healthy Foods, Active Living Through Projects
Healthcare

Vinton County CHC Program Promotes Healthy Foods, Active Living Through Projects

Vinton County Health Department's creating healthy communities (CHC) program uses an Ohio Department of Health grant to expand access to healthy foods and promote active living across the county.

Dr. Elena Rodriguez2m read
Mobile clinic brings primary and women’s care to Vinton County residents
Healthcare

Mobile clinic brings primary and women’s care to Vinton County residents

OhioHealth Wellness on Wheels visits the Vinton County Health Department every Wednesday, offering primary, pediatric and women's health services for McArthur and surrounding communities.

Lisa Park2m read
Vinton County Dog Shelter details operations, intake rules, and contact steps
Community

Vinton County Dog Shelter details operations, intake rules, and contact steps

The Vinton County Dog Shelter in McArthur operates by appointment and accepts dogs only, requiring residents to call ahead for viewings and pickups. Clear procedures and intake limits affect pet owners, people who find strays, and local animal-control policy, making it important for residents to know how to reach and work with the shelter.

Marcus Williams2m read
Recurrent Energy proposes 1,440-acre hybrid solar and storage facility in Vinton County
Business

Recurrent Energy proposes 1,440-acre hybrid solar and storage facility in Vinton County

Recurrent Energy proposes a 1,440-acre hybrid solar and storage project on reclaimed mine land in Vinton County, potentially affecting land use, jobs, and local tax receipts.

Sarah Chen2m read
200-Acre Vinton County Business Park Near McArthur Offers Affordable Land, Incentives
Business

200-Acre Vinton County Business Park Near McArthur Offers Affordable Land, Incentives

200-acre Vinton County business park near McArthur offers affordable land and incentives, aiming to attract service, retail and manufacturing employers to expand local opportunities.

Sarah Chen2m read
Nitric Acid Leak at Austin Powder Plant Releases Nitrogen Oxide, Prompts Evacuations
Business

Nitric Acid Leak at Austin Powder Plant Releases Nitrogen Oxide, Prompts Evacuations

A 5,000-gallon nitric acid process tank at Austin Powder’s Red Diamond plant near McArthur reacted after an unknown contaminant entered it, venting nitrogen oxide and forcing evacuations in Zaleski and nearby roads.

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